Hartlepool United have sprung a major surprise by confirming Neale Cooper as their new manager, following the exit of Mike Newell at the end of last season.
Former York City boss Terry Dolan had also been linked with the job, a move that would have suited City, who must continue to pay his salary for another year unless Dolan secures a new post.
Cooper had been in charge of Ross County for more than six years before leaving the club at the end of last year and has experience of English football after spells with Aston Villa and Reading.
Updated: 11:19 Friday, June 27, 2003
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